Interior:
Hot and cold A/C in all 3 bedrooms. A feature of the lounge is a very high ceiling keeping the room cool, a wood burning stove, logs and additional heating. If you ever tire of the glorious weather and scenery outside, inside is satellite TV, DVD, video & Hi-Fi. The fully fitted kitchen is a real home from home with a fan oven, electric hob, combination microwave, large fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster, coffee maker, tea pot, blender and an extensive array of crockery, unbreakable patio-ware and cooking utensils. A patio door leads from the lounge onto the terrace. The master bedroom also has double doors onto the terrace..a wonderful view to wake up to! All linens are provided except for beach / pool towels. Broadband access is by cable or Wireless to guest's laptop and is free.
Exterior:
There are 2 porches and extensive terracotta terraces and a pergola. The property is set in 5,000 sq metres. Beneath the villa is the original olive grove with over 40 mature trees. Fig trees can be found on the back perimeter and guests are welcome to pick the fruit when ripe. There are 6 sun beds with cushions, 3 side tables. For dining there are 2 sets of tables and chairs, with 6 and 8 chairs. Ash trays are provided for use outside the villa. There is ample parking. There are normally pool inflatables left in the villa and there is a set of boules. The shower by the pool is lovely and warm where the sun heats the water tank . There are some professionally written leaflets detailing local walks, incorporating detailed text, sketch maps and photos. The walks vary from 2-3 hour walks around the lake edge to 9 hours walk up into the mountains! (for the brave and hardy!). Unlike some other properties in this area of Spain there is no need for a 4 wheel drive car to access the villa.
The Area:
Although very peaceful and secluded the villa is not remote as a couple of English residents live nearby, always eager to help. All around the property are paths leading to some glorious walks through unspoilt countryside. On the opposite side of the lake is a National Park which is widely used by walkers and ramblers.
The mountain villages are well worth a visit to see the real Spain.
There are a number of wonderful restaurants and bars within a few minutes drive, all offering very good value and extensive menus. Miguel's ( Venta El Charco), up in the white village of Los Romanes does the most amazing steaks, the best we have ever tasted. It is a must do, every time we visiit the villa. Let us know if you ever taste better !
There is a wonderful shopping mall. InGenio. with a hypermarket, Eroski, within a 15 minute drive. Here you can buy an amazing selection of food, including an extensive fresh fish and sea-food counter Leave yourselves loads of times to spend there.
Ski:
The Ski village of Sierra Nevada is approximately 90 minutes drive from Lake Vinuela.There are nursery slopes and more challenging runs for experienced skiers - Sierra Nevada is one of the premier ski resorts in Europe. Equipment can be hired at very reasonable prices Don’t Ski ? Don't worry !! There is plenty here for everyone.
Soak up the mountain sun - take a dog sled trip through the mountains - take a cable car ride to the first station and be amongst the action.
There are plenty of restaurants and bars where you can sit and really absorb the atmosphere.
Children love it here - there are travelaters to carry them safely to the top of the beginners slopes. they can then ski back to mum and dad waiting at the bar/restaurant.
Plenty of good ski and winter sports shopping in the village. and there are vast underground car parks beneath the shops.
There is normally sufficient snow from November right through until late May.
Golf:
There are two excellent 18 hole golf courses nearby, Bavaria Golf, a 15 minute drive, and Club Anorets, 25 minutes drive. There are also many more courses along the coast. Why not visit off season when it is a lot more comfortable to play golf
Other Activities:
This is a walkers paradise, with the National Park being one of fhe best known walking areas in Spain.
